Ghana Expands Free SHS: Private Schools to End Double Track

Ghana Expands Free SHS Program to Include Private Schools Ghana's education system is undergoing a significant transformation with the expansion of the Free Senior High School (SHS) program to include private schools. This move, announced by Deputy Education Minister Dr. Clement Apaak, aims to address the challenges posed by the double-track system, which has seen students attend school on a rotational basis due to limited capacity. "We have been working very diligently to bring on board private senior high schools to participate in the delivery of the Free SHS program," Dr. Apaak stated in a recent press briefing. He emphasized that meetings and engagements have been held with private institutions to ensure their smooth integration into the program. The inclusion of private schools is expected to significantly boost the capacity of the SHS system, allowing for a more seamless educational experience for all students. The gradual phasing out of the double-track system is a key objective of the government, and this expansion is seen as a crucial step towards achieving that goal. The government believes that with the diligence from their side and the eagerness of private schools to participate, this will help bring an end to the double-track system. This expansion is a positive development for Ghana's education sector, promising to improve access to quality education for a larger number of students. The collaboration between public and private institutions is a testament to the government's commitment to providing equitable educational opportunities for all.